The Deeds of the Dukes of Normandy
The Gesta Normannorum Ducum [The Deeds of the Dukes of Normandy] is a landmark medieval chronicle tracing the rise and fall of the Norman dynasty from its early roots through the pivotal events surrounding the Norman Conquest of England. Originally penned in Latin by the monk William of Jumièges shortly before 1060 and later expanded at the behest of William the Conqueror, the work chronicles the deeds, politics, battles, and leadership of the Norman dukes, especially William’s own claim to the English throne. The narrative combines earlier historical sources with firsthand information and oral testimony to present an authoritative account of Normandy’s transformation from a Viking settlement into one of medieval Europe’s most powerful realms. William’s history emphasizes the legitimacy, military prowess, and governance of the Norman line, framing their expansion, including the conquest of England, as both divinely sanctioned and noble in purpose. Later chroniclers such as Orderic Vitalis and Robert of Torigni continued the history, extending the coverage into the 12th century, providing broader context on ducal rule and its impact. Today this classic work remains a foundational source for understanding Norman identity, medieval statesmanship, and the historical forces that reshaped England and Western Europe between 800AD and 1100AD.
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Baronet Oglander of Nunwell in Hampshire is in Baronetcies of England Alphabetically, Baronetcies of England Chronologically, Extinct Baronetcies of England.
Summary
12th December 1665. William Oglander 1st Baronet (age 54) created.
1670. Son John Oglander 2nd Baronet (age 28) succeeded.
1683. Son William Oglander 3rd Baronet (age 3) succeeded.
1734. Son John Oglander 4th Baronet (age 31) succeeded.
1767. Son William Oglander 5th Baronet (age 34) succeeded.
1806. Son William Oglander 6th Baronet (age 37) succeeded.
17th January 1852. Son Henry Oglander 7th Baronet (age 41) succeeded.
1874. Henry Oglander 7th Baronet extinct.
On 12th December 1665 William Oglander 1st Baronet (age 54) was created 1st Baronet Oglander of Nunwell in Hampshire.
In 1670 William Oglander 1st Baronet (age 59) died. His son John (age 28) succeeded 2nd Baronet Oglander of Nunwell in Hampshire.
In 1683 John Oglander 2nd Baronet (age 41) died. His son William (age 3) succeeded 3rd Baronet Oglander of Nunwell in Hampshire.
In 1734 William Oglander 3rd Baronet (age 54) died. His son John (age 31) succeeded 4th Baronet Oglander of Nunwell in Hampshire.
In 1767 John Oglander 4th Baronet (age 64) died. His son William (age 34) succeeded 5th Baronet Oglander of Nunwell in Hampshire.
In 1806 William Oglander 5th Baronet (age 73) died. His son William (age 37) succeeded 6th Baronet Oglander of Nunwell in Hampshire.
On 24th May 1810 William Oglander 6th Baronet (age 41) and Mary Anne Fitzroy Lady Oglander (age 25) were married at St George's Church, Hanover Square. She by marriage Lady Oglander of Nunwell in Hampshire. She the daughter of George Henry Fitzroy 4th Duke Grafton (age 50) and Charlotte Maria Waldegrave.
On 17th January 1852 William Oglander 6th Baronet (age 83) died. His son Henry (age 41) succeeded 7th Baronet Oglander of Nunwell in Hampshire.
In 1874 Henry Oglander 7th Baronet (age 63) died. Baronet Oglander of Nunwell in Hampshire extinct.